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Traveling from Banana Island to VGC in Lagos involves navigating the bustling Lekki-Epe corridor. This guide provides detailed public transport options, costs, and essential intelligence to make your journey smooth and safe, focusing on Danfo buses, BRT, and Keke Napep.
Distance
28.0 km
Duration
1h 40m
Total Cost
β¦1,000 - β¦1,900
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From Banana Island Gate, take a Keke Napep or walk to Falomo Roundabout.
At Falomo, board a Danfo bus heading towards Lekki Phase 1 or Ikate. Make sure the bus is going 'along' the expressway.
From Lekki Phase 1/Ikate, find another Danfo bus going to Ajah. You might hear conductors shouting 'Ajah! Ajah!'
At Ajah Underbridge, take a Keke Napep or a local Danfo shuttle directly to VGC Gate.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Banana Island Gate, take a Keke Napep or walk to Falomo Roundabout.
At Falomo, board a Danfo bus heading towards Lekki Phase 1 or Ikate. Make sure the bus is going 'along' the expressway.
From Lekki Phase 1/Ikate, find another Danfo bus going to Ajah. You might hear conductors shouting 'Ajah! Ajah!'
At Ajah Underbridge, take a Keke Napep or a local Danfo shuttle directly to VGC Gate.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Banana Island β VGC corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦6,600
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Early mornings (before 6:30 AM) and late mornings/early afternoons (10:00 AM - 2:00 PM) are best to avoid the worst traffic. Avoid peak hours (6:30 AM - 9:30 AM and 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM) if possible, as travel times can more than double.
Safety Rating
Medium. The route is generally safe during the day. However, late-night travel, especially for solo travelers, carries a 'one-chance' risk if you board buses from non-designated stops or unverified vehicles. Stick to well-lit, busy bus stops.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is available for a significant portion of this route, specifically from CMS to Ajah Underbridge. There is no rail option for this intra-city journey.
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Banana Island β VGC corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦6,600
Available Riders Nearby
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Chance to get bus/car
Small delay on the road
Hold-up Delay Today
1 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
11 to 16 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
Alexander Avenue
Vgc β Banana Island
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